KAVADI
A MAURITIAN KAVADI- Thaipusam is a Hindu festival celebrated by the Tamil community on the full moon in the Tamil month of "Thai" (January/ February).
We filmed the Kavadi Attam --the dance performed by the devotees-- outside of our office at Fond du Sac.
Soundrack: Hinode by Fakear
Video Credit: WeDo Creative - Mauritius
MAHA SHIVARATRI
Maha Shivaratri, which literally translates to the “Great Night of Lord Shiva”, is the most popular Hindu festival in Mauritius.
It is observed every year according to the Hindu calendar; on the thirteenth night and fourteenth day of the eleventh Hindu month of Phalguna or Maagh (February – March).
Devotees of Lord Shiva converge by thousands, with great fervor and reverence to Ganga Talao – the Sacred Lake.
Video Credit: Refleksyon Studio
PERE LAVAL
Père Laval : ferveur et dévotion animent des pèlerins d’ici et d’ailleurs
Père Laval is a popular figure with Mauritians of all religions. Pilgrims come from as far afield as South Africa, Britain and France to commemorate the anniversary of his death on 9 September. Notice the coloured plaster effigy of the priest on top of the tomb – it's been rubbed smooth by miracle-seeking pilgrims.
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Video Credit: TOP TV Mauritius
Holi Festival 2K17 | University of Mauritius.
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The Holi celebrations last two days and usually start with a bonfire in the evening. There will be lots of singing and dancing with folk songs. The bonfire symbolizes the death of the evil Holika who burned to death and was reduced to ashes after she tried to kill her nephew who was a good god.
The following day those taking part in the festivities throw coloured powder and water at each other wherever they happen to be. The streets, parks, beaches ... Musicians play drums and other musical instruments accompanied by singers.
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Video Credit: Ashley Chenel & Students of UOM